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Lanes Group is the UK’s largest privately owned drainage contractor, with 25 offices and depots across the country.

As such, we are one of the biggest employers of drainage engineers in the UK, offering a range of opportunities for hardworking and enthusiastic professionals who are dedicated to helping our millions of customers in their time of need.

Key Benefits

Optional cashback plan for everyday healthcare bills, including dental and optical care, physiotherapy, consultations and much more

Workplace pension

20 days' holiday

Why work at Lanes?

Working at Lanes comes with a range of benefits, such as childcare vouchers, an optional company-wide health scheme, a workplace pension and free car parking available across 80% of our network of depots and offices.

Additionally, our dedication to consistent training and professional development is one of the things our engineers enjoy most about being a part of the Lanes family.

In addition to health and safety courses, we offer drainage engineers training in high-pressure water jetting and street works, while also providing optional opportunities to gain an HGV licence, and more. This is alongside our in-house drainage engineer training course, which is now accredited by City & Guilds.

Frequently asked questions

I’ve looked everywhere on this site but I can’t find the answer to an important query – can I contact you directly?

Our induction process can vary depending on the role, however a full HR induction as well as a Health and Safety induction are carried out on your first day of work usually with your line manager or immediate supervisor.

How long will the selection process take?

There are no set stages to the selection process. For more senior roles you might meet us on several occasions before we reach a final decision. We understand the pressures of looking for work and we aim to operate efficiently and effectively so we minimise your time investment in the selection process.

Does Lanes pay expenses to candidates travelling to interviews/assessment centres?

No, we do not offer any reimbursement for expenses you incur attending an interview or an assessment centre.

How does the interview process work?

Depending on the role the interview format can vary. If you are successful you will be invited along to the location you have applied to and you can learn more about us as well as us learning more about you. Should there be any specific requirements i.e. presentations or assessments you will be given plenty of time to prepare.

Do you have an equal opportunities policy?

Yes, anyone applying for a role at Lanes will be treated equally and in line with our equal opportunities policy.

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